How To Fix 34640 - Hidden flag for characteristic &2 in &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 34 - Messages for Sales Configuration Engine (SCE)

• Message number: 640

• Message text: Hidden flag for characteristic &2 in &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 34640 - Hidden flag for characteristic &2 in &1 ?

  The SAP error message "34640 Hidden flag for characteristic &2 in &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when dealing with characteristics in a class or object. This error indicates that a characteristic is marked as "hidden," which means it is not visible or accessible in the user interface for certain operations.
  Cause:
  
  Hidden Characteristic: The characteristic specified (represented by &2) is set to be hidden in the class (represented by &1). This can happen due to configuration settings in the classification system.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or modify the hidden characteristic.
  Data Model Configuration: The characteristic may have been intentionally hidden as part of the data model design to prevent users from modifying it or to streamline the user interface.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Settings:
  
  Go to the classification system in SAP (Transaction CL02 for characteristics).
  Find the characteristic in question and check its settings. If it is marked as hidden, you can change this setting if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Modify Class Settings:
  
  If the characteristic is part of a class, check the class settings (Transaction CL03 for classes) to see if the characteristic is set to hidden there.
  You may need to uncheck the hidden flag if you want it to be visible.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify the characteristic. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any documentation or guidelines related to the classification system in your organization to understand why the characteristic was hidden and whether it should remain that way.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL02: Change Characteristic
  CL03: Display Class
  CL30N: Class Overview
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Manuals: Refer to SAP user manuals or training materials related to the classification system for more detailed guidance on managing characteristics and classes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.